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Controlled release formulations and methods for their production and use

US6858634B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 10, 2001
Grant dateFeb 22, 2005
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01N55/00
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Controlled release formulations for pesticides and herbicides contain an active ingredient, a matrix polymer and a matrix polymer plasticizer which is present in an amount sufficient to provide a release rate for the active ingredient from the formulation that matches a selected release rate. Methods for making and using the formulation, and seeds and plants that have been treated with the formulations are also included.

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